Online Cab Drivers Announce 1.5x Fare Hike Following Fuel Price Surge - April 2026

Online cab fares in Kenya are set to increase significantly after drivers announced a new pricing structure. The Organization of Online Drivers (OOD) is implementing a 1.5X fare multiplier, which will substantially raise minimum charges. At the same time, commuters in Nairobi are facing surprise fare increases on electric buses following a recent fuel price hike, despite the vehicles not using petrol or diesel. Meanwhile, commuters across Kenya are experiencing immediate difficulties as transport fares have been increased following a surge in fuel prices that took effect at midnight Tuesday.

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Cab Users to Pay More as Online Drivers Announce 1.5x Fare Hike

Online cab fares in Kenya are set to increase significantly after drivers announced a new pricing structure. The Organization of Online Drivers (OOD) is implementing a 1.5X fare multiplier, which will substantially raise minimum charges.